Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: How do I import recordings from other sources into Myth?

In the contrib folder of the MythTV sources, there is a script named myth.rebuilddatabase.pl which takes an "--ext" command-line option followed by a file extension. This will prompt the script to search for those files that match the extension and prompt you for information about them to import them into the database along-side your existing recordings.

Q: Are there any Debian (Sid) packages for MythTV?

Yes! Add this to your /etc/apt/sources.conf

deb ftp://ftp.nerim.net/debian-marillat/ sid main

Then run (as root) apt-get update and then apt-get install mythtv

Q: Where do I get my TV Guide Data outside the US?

Australia:

  1. http://www.icetv.com.au
  2. http://immir.com/tv_grab_au
  3. http://www.tvguide.org.au

Q: Can I use MythTV without using my cable companies provided cable box?

Normal Analog Cable: Yes, you can usually use MythTV without their provided cable box Digital Cable: In rare cases you can get analog cable off the same line, but typically no, you will need to continue to use the cable box Satelite: Yes, you will need the box

Q: Since I need to keep using my Cable/Sat box, how can I control it with MythTV?

A few different ways, and it depends on your specific hardware and the provider. Possibilities include Serial Control, USB Control, Firewire Control, and IR Blaster (using the PC as a programmable IR Remote Control). See the HOWTO for details